International travel: U.S. easing restrictions for vaccinated tourists
Foreign nationals will need to show proof of vaccination before getting on planes to the U.S.
Staff video, USA TODAY
Singapore is easing entry requirements for vaccinated travelers from the United States, starting Oct. 19.
The country’s Ministry of Transport announced plans to expand its vaccinated travel lanes, or VTLs, to eight more countries, allowing them to enter without a quarantine period. The country initially opened travel lanes to two countries, Brunei and Germany, on Sept. 8.
Singapore officials labeled the travel lanes a success after only two of the more than 3,100 travelers who entered Singapore from the two countries brought in COVID-19 cases. Both cases were identified through PCR tests, and the travelers were isolated and had no interaction with the community, according to Transport Minister S. Iswaran.
“We have monitored the VTL scheme closely and are encouraged by the outcomes,” Iswaran said Saturday.
Testing requirements for travelers
Most U.S. citizens are not allowed to travel to Singapore for short-term visits.
Starting Oct. 19, travelers from the U.S. can enter Singapore as long as they show proof of vaccination and test…
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